1971 Buick GS vs. 2005 Ferrari Enzo
To start off, 2005 Ferrari Enzo is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Buick GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Buick GS would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Ferrari Enzo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ferrari Enzo (652 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 462 more horse power than 1971 Buick GS. (190 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ferrari Enzo should accelerate faster than 1971 Buick GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Buick GS weights approximately 327 kg more than 2005 Ferrari Enzo.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Ferrari Enzo (657 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Buick GS. (394 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Ferrari Enzo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Buick GS.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Buick GS | 2005 Ferrari Enzo | |
Make | Buick | Ferrari |
Model | GS | Enzo |
Year Released | 1971 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5724 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 652 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7800 RPM |
Torque | 394 Nm | 657 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1632 kg | 1305 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2660 mm |